Peppermint, cinnamon, thyme, lavender. They all sound good enough to eat, right? Containing familiar, friendly ingredients that we can actually pronounce, essential oils are enjoying a surge in popularity as a natural alternative to traditional pharmaceuticals and harsh chemical cleaners. When used properly, essential oils are usually not harmful and may indeed help ease stress, […]
International medical tourism—patients traveling abroad for plastic surgery procedures—is growing in popularity as more and more patients seek out procedures at a lower cost in exotic locales. This trend particularly concerns board certified plastic surgeons, as they are well aware of the life safety risks patients are taking. Though it may seem appealing to have […]
If you have recently undergone breast augmentation, your breasts may not immediately appear as you envisioned. But do not be discouraged! It is important to understand that your new breasts are still evolving. The final outcome may not be apparent for a number of months as, even after your incisions have healed and the initial […]
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and all eyes and ears are on the subject. From music videos and celebrity public service announcements to sponsored walks and galas, fall is the time to shine a light on the leading form of cancer affecting women. As a board certified plastic surgeon, I see women battling breast […]
Sometimes you need a little less structure in life, and that goes for bras too! The last thing you want is an uncomfortable bra that pokes and prods, especially after surgery. I recommend no underwire or push up bras for 3 months after elective breast surgery. Wire-free bras often get a bad rap for two […]
There is a lot to love about becoming a mom, but the physical changes that come with pregnancy and childbirth can be tough to accept. The full, voluptuous curves enjoyed during pregnancy often give way to stretch marks and drooping breasts, and that lovely prenatal “glow” can be quickly extinguished by sleepless nights caring for […]
Did you know that an unsupported breast can move up to 3 inches in each direction with every stride when a woman runs? This isn’t just uncomfortable, it can also place a lot of stress on Cooper’s ligaments, the connective tissue that provides a natural support structure to the breasts. That’s why it is important […]
Did you know that licensed physicians can legally call themselves “cosmetic” or “plastic” surgeons and can perform cosmetic procedures regardless of their actual area of medical training? This is why it is important to pay attention to the words “board certified” in the credentials of a plastic surgeon. “Board certified” means that a doctor’s training […]
One of the benefits of seeing a board certified plastic surgeon is that he or she has a wide variety of options for treating a specific cosmetic concern. Having a comprehensive “bag of tricks” allows me to suggest treatment options that best suit my patients’ needs. Let’s look at facial wrinkles as an example. If […]
A recent European study published in the journal Clinical Psychological Science shows what many cosmetic surgery patients already know: plastic surgery increases satisfaction, self-esteem, and enjoyment of life in general. The study, conducted by researchers at Ruhr Universität and the University of Basel, compared 544 recent first-time plastic surgery patients with two separate groups: those who previously considered […]